Heli HRT076-02 install.

[hoghead]

Today I wanted to install the new Heli top triple clamp. We have been busy around the house and I need time out in the garage. I suppose one could do this in about two (2) hours but I took my time. Around four (4) hours for me with coffee breaks and such.

Here is the stock triple clamp..

Cover tank and surronding area with towels to prevent any damage..

I used my Dremel to cut the brackets holding the brake lines and cables..

Next remove the handlebars and remove the stem nut. I used teflon tape to prevent damage from the 36 mm socket..

Next step was to remove tank and tank trim. I used some painters tape for extra protection..

And a handy reference..

Remove the heat shield and cross member..

Remove stock top clamp..

Using a drill press remove ignition switch..

Mount switch. I used a little Loc-Tite..

Mount top clamp. I just sat on the bike, used a little Silicon spray and gently moved..

Install heat shield and cross brace. Hook up electrical connections..

Remount tank..

Bars. I used the forward position for now..

Install tank trim..

Check cables for binding. Start the bike then move left to right..

I did not remove side panels as stated in the instructions. No need that I saw. Would love to give you a ride report but my seats shipped to Russell yesterday.

Very nice product from Heli manufacturing.

hoghead

 

[gr8eyes]

Very well done on the write up especially with pics, for us that are illiterate. and those from New Orleans with snakes tied to their seats.

 

[CHRIS_D]

GREAT JOB!! I have been trying (so far without luck) to get Helibar to do a group buy for the forum.

Question: Do you think you would of been able to get through the ignition bolts with a hand drill (I don't have a drill press)?

 

[FJRocket]

GREAT JOB!! I have been trying (so far without luck) to get Helibar to do a group buy for the forum.
Question: Do you think you would of been able to get through the ignition bolts with a hand drill (I don't have a drill press)?

The "ignition bolts" are easily drilled with a hand drill. I know first hand. Start with a small bit, center it carefully and work your way up. The safety heads will pop right off and you're good to go. Don't sweat it, changing out the triple clamp is really not hard at all.

 

[CHRIS_D]

GREAT JOB!! I have been trying (so far without luck) to get Helibar to do a group buy for the forum.
Question: Do you think you would of been able to get through the ignition bolts with a hand drill (I don't have a drill press)?

The "ignition bolts" are easily drilled with a hand drill. I know first hand. Start with a small bit, center it carefully and work your way up. The safety heads will pop right off and you're good to go. Don't sweat it, changing out the triple clamp is really not hard at all.

Thanks for the info

 

[S76]

Nice write up. Thanks.

But what are those two empty (?) threaded holes on top next the ignition switch for. Seems they should have some plastic plugs in them or something.

 

[RonBB]

Well done. Nice writeup & photos. Thanks for posting. :clapping: Ron

 

[vectervp1]

Nice write up. Thanks.
But what are those two empty (?) threaded holes on top next the ignition switch for. Seems they should have some plastic plugs in them or something.

If I remember correctly, those holes are so you can add RAM mounts to the triple tree.

 

[hoghead]

GREAT JOB!! I have been trying (so far without luck) to get Helibar to do a group buy for the forum.
Question: Do you think you would of been able to get through the ignition bolts with a hand drill (I don't have a drill press)?

The three (3) pages of instructions were more intimadating then the work involved.

hh

 

[hoghead]

You are all very welcome. I could never repay the information shared here so this is my little thank you. Any questions please ask. I'm no pro but enjoy the "time alone" out in the shop.

Here are the Ram Mounts. There are several after market accessories you could put there ie: cell phone, gps, mp player etc.

hh

 

[hoghead]

Just a note. One side of the switch needed a three (3) step process. The other side needed four (4). Just keep going up in size and the head will come off. Instructions call for 1/8 to 1/4 to 5/16.

Notice right side bolt head.

hh

 

[Dusty]

Nice Job! :clapping: Thanks for the great photos too.

Just one question... Is it necessary to remove the fuel tank for this install?

 

[hoghead]

If any member is repairing an FJR and needs the top clamp just drop me a PM.

I don't think it's going back on.

hh

 

[hoghead]

Nice Job! :clapping: Thanks for the great photos too.
Just one question... Is it necessary to remove the fuel tank for this install?

The instructions call for removal. I proped it up but since the whole tank was unbolted I just removed it. The half tank of gas was not in my favor however.

You have to disconnect all plugs anyway. In this picture notice the red and white plug by the lower tree. Getting in there and unplugging these connectors was not an easy task with the tank proped and there really is no need to damage that. This is where you disconnect the ignition switch. White plug is a pain. Red a piece of cake.

I took the safe course. I also wanted to do the TRS mod but it just would not unwind for me. At one point it almost came off so I did not push my luck. :blink:

I guess the answer is: "if it were me I would remove the tank". You can just feed the overflow line on the left side. There is a collar below by the driveshaft.

hh

 

[hoghead]

I read that part of the instructions for 10 minutes. I removed my throttle cables per instructions but the cables basiclly ended up in the same place. :blink:

At any rate there is no binding or idle increase that I saw or heard. Cables were twist tied in what I thought was a safe location.

I completly agree with your statement about really being necessary to do so.

hh

 

[CHRIS_D]

GREAT JOB!! I have been trying (so far without luck) to get Helibar to do a group buy for the forum.

Just a side note... The group buy for the Helibar did end up getting approved. :yahoo:

Check it out: Helibar Triple clamp group buy

 

[kaitsdad]

hoghead,

Thanks for doing this. It's great to see detailed, specific directions with great documentation - so simple us multi-thumbed shade tree mekaniks can follow them.

Good Stuff !

 

[hoghead]

hoghead,
Thanks for doing this. It's great to see detailed, specific directions with great documentation - so simple us multi-thumbed shade tree mekaniks can follow them.

Good Stuff !

Your welcome and Happy Holidays.

hh

 

[CHRIS_D]

GREAT JOB!! I have been trying (so far without luck) to get Helibar to do a group buy for the forum.

Just a side note... The group buy for the Helibar did end up getting approved. :yahoo:

Check it out: Helibar Triple clamp group buy

[SIZE=14pt]UPDATE: Heli has just lowered their price. Now through our group buy you can get a set for only $279.65[/SIZE]

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